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广西贺州市贺州第一高级中学2023-2024学年高一下学期4月考试英语试题一、阅读理解PICKS OF THE DAYMusic: Crossfire Hurricane, BBC 4, 9 p.m.It is a documentary that traces the eventful first 20 years of one of Britain’s most successful rock bands, The Rolling Stones. Featuring never-before-seen interviews, this 2012 film records the group’s early years through to 1981. Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, Ronnie Wood, Bill Wyman and Mick Taylor recollect key moments, including the infamous Altamont concert and the recording of cassis album Exile On Main Street.Film:The Girl In The Spider’s Web, Film 4, 9 p.m.Swedish hacker Lisbeth Salander is hired by computer genius Frans Balder to retrieve (找回) Firefall, a programme capable of accessing the world’s nuclear codes, which he developed for the National Security Agency. Though Salander manages to find Firefall, problems arise when Russian criminals steal her laptop. It’s not long before Salander is fighting for her life against enemies. Thriller, starring Claire Foy, Sylvia Hoeks and Stephen Merchant.Travel: Kate Humble’s Coastal Britain, C5, 8 p.m.Kate Humble’s starting point for the latest leg of her journey is the picturesque village of Alnmouth, once a leading grain port in the 18th century. Today, it’s known for its colourful houses and a sweep of sandy beach where Kate meets a former GP, Claire, who uses the sand to create temporary large-scale artworks and portraits, which are visible for only a few hours before the tide (潮水) sweeps them away.Gardening: Monty Don’s Adriatic Gardens, BBC 2, 8 p.m.The presenter begins the latest leg in the city of Trieste, near Italy’s border with Croatia. He visits a public garden created by an obsessive royal plantsman more than 150 years ago, which is now being carefully restored. Monty then heads down the Adriatic coast through Croatia to pick up the trail that the Venetians followed. The green-fingered expert ends his journey on the island of Lopud, near Dubrovnik.1．Which channel will you choose if you are a fan of Claire Foy?A．C5.B．Film 4.C．BBC 4.D．BBC 2.2．Who can use the sand to create artworks?A．Kate.B．Claire.C．Mick.D．Monty.3．What is the text probably taken from?A．A film review.B．A textbook.C．An advertisement.D．A travel brochure.I received my autoimmune disease diagnosis (自身免疫疾病诊断) in 2009, and for the first few months, I was in a very bad place. I was suffering from severe anxiety and panic attacks on a daily basis. I was no longer able to function as a “normal” person. During that time, all I could do at best was to move about the house trying to accomplish a few chores, and prepare meals.After a few months on the Paleo Autoimmune Protocol, my intense tiredness improved and I slowly regained some energy. That is when I tried to follow my doctor’s advice to exercise.I clearly remember my first attempt. I was still weak, but somehow, I thought that if I could push through and pretend I had a normal life that things would get better. So, I went out and started running in the little neighborhood park. Unfortunately, I didn’t last even five minutes and came back home, totally crashed. It took me several days to recover. After that first brush with exercise, I understood that I would have to start slow. I began going on daily walks with my husband around the block. Slowly, we went further and further, and my strength came back progressively.After walking, I started to attend yoga classes. I remember barely making it through my first class. My muscles were weak and trembling by the time I rolled up my mat. But I was also so happy to be able to get out of the house, mix with other people and have a social life!After yoga, I ventured into activities a little bit more strenuous, but still gentle on the joints.I was going to the swimming pool to do laps and riding my bike. Recently, after almost four years on the Paleo Autoimmune Protocol, I was finally able to really up my game and start exercising regularly with a personal trainer.4．How did the author feel in the first few months after the diagnosis?A．Confused.B．Impatient.C．Disappointed.D．Panicked.5．What may the author learn from her first attempt to exercise?A．Darkest hour is just before the dawn.B．Where there is a will, there is a way.C．More haste, less speed.D．Practice makes perfect.6．What was the first yoga class like?A．Tiring but rewarding.B．Fun but helpless.C．Refreshing but exhausting.D．Relaxing but disappointing.7．What can we know from the author’s experience?A．Mood plays a vital role in one’s recovery.B．Exercising contributes to good health.C．Doctor’s advice should be strictly followed.D．Connecting with people barely makes a difference.A Spanish project is attempting to use 3D-printed coral reefs to provide habitat for fish and protection for beaches and coastal communities at risk from rising seas and other damage.Coral reefs are decreasing globally, and some scientists say we could lose 70% - 90% of our reefs due to warming ocean waters. That has all kinds of serious influences because a quarter of the world’s fish live in and around reefs. Reefs are important protectors of coastal communities threatened by high waves, and they support the biodiversity (生物多样性). That led Nadia Fani and her co-founder Astrid Kramer to start Coastruction, a non-profit organization.“Even if you start on a small scale (规模)... a square kilometer already, it could have a great impact,” Fani says. “It could really protect a coast, a beach, or an area where there is a community and it needs protection because the sea level is rising.”Being able to use 3D printing is important, because you can match individual sites. Every location is different with different coral species. “It’s like everybody has a different house,” Fani says. “You can take into account habitat requirements of not just the coral but also the fish thatlive nearby. ”Their present technology can print various shapes. The result can be an amazingly natural-looking man-made rock with plenty of corners for both coral and fish to attach themselves and make homes.The Coastruction founders don’t think they can possibly meet the global demand, so their goal is to provide the tools — like the 3D printer — for local people and develop the technology to create the artificial (人造的) coral reefs by using cheap and locally-available materials. No high temperatures or chemical additives are required, and any loose powder or sand material not used in one print will be used in the next. The 3D printer works on-site, so there’s no transport of finished blocks required.8．What does the underlined word “That” in paragraph 2 refer to?A．The biodiversity of coral reefs.B．The reduction in coral species.C．The warming of ocean waters.D．The loss of global coral reefs.9．What do Fani’s words imply?A．3D-printed reefs can hardly save the ocean.B．3D-printed reefs fail to provide perfect fish habitat.C．Small actions make a difference to ocean protection.D．Small-scale production of reefs is a drop in the ocean.10．What result can the present 3D printing achieve now?A．Creating lifelike reefs.B．Lowering reefs’ temperatures.C．Printing regular-shaped reefs.D．Using any material to produce reefs. 11．What is one goal of the Coastruction founders?A．Putting their reefs into mass production.B．Transporting finished reefs to more places.C．Adapting their technology for local conditions.D．Adding chemicals to reefs to make them colorful.Fragile. Oversensitive. Glued to their phones. Is this what comes to mind when we think of the teens of this generation? While there may be a grain of truth to these stereotypical (刻板印象的) characteristics, there might be more to this generation of teens than what is generally regarded.Never before have the lives of any generation of teens been as strongly affected by mobile technology and social media as the teens of this generation. It follows then that there will be unique mental and emotional problems due to this new age of technology. As compared to their parents or grandparents who were likely less connected and more isolated, these teens are constantly exposed to their social circles and beyond. It is no wonder then that the mental health of this generation’s teens have been badly affected.Moreover, as many of the older generations complain, the teens today are more individualistic in contrast to the more community-centered attitude of their parents and grandparents. Gone is the closeness among neighbors who are friendly with one another and quick to offer a helping hand when they see another in need. In its place, we have teens who may not even have a clue as to who lives in the unit next to theirs, much less offer a friendly no d or wave when they happen to cross paths with a neighbour.However, the effects of technology on this generation of teens are not all bad. Actually, the very connectedness that social media brings about has led to an opening of minds and a flowering of dialogue among people of diverse cultures and backgrounds. In comparison, the parents or grandparents of this generation of teens probably did not have the same opportunity to get to know people outside of their social circles at their age, and are thus more likely to have fixed stereotypical opinions of people different from them.To conclude, the teens of this generation differ in many ways from their past generations, in some ways more positive than others. Every generation is a product of the cultural, political and economic events of their time.12．What might cause damage to the mental health of the teens now?A．High pressure from their academic demands.B．Great distance from their family and relatives.C．Too much time spent on social networking online.D．Hug e influence from their parents and grandparents.13．What can we learn about the teens of this generation?A．They enjoy the closeness with their neighbors.B．They are open-minded andpositive.C．They are a mentally-healthy generation.D．They dislike people different fromthemselves.14．What is the text mainly about?A．The recognition of the community-centered attitude.B．The digital divide that is hard to be bridged.C．The sharp difference between generations.D．The great benefits modern technology has brought.15．What’s the author’s attitude towards the teens of this generation?A．Indifferent.B．Concerned.C．Approving.D．Objective.How to stay healthy on holidayTaking time to relax on holiday may be good for our health. 16 . Here’s how to stay healthy when you travel.Plan before you goBesides the stress of organizing your break in the first place, there’s the added anxiety of remembering to buy and pack everything you need, as well as getting where you need to go on time. To avoid this, as soon as you’ve booked your holiday, list the travel documents you’ll need. Check you have them and they’re valid (有效的). Then start packing several weeks in advance, giving yourself time to buy some daily necessities. 17 .18Try to forget the cares of everyday life. You can achieve this by ensuring you don’t check emails or social media, or feel obligated to use it to record your best holiday moments. Ideally, turn off notices, limit your screen time and try to focus on the present moment. That will enable you to relax and make special memories.Eat and drink well and mindfully19 . Take time to really enjoy all the flavors. However, you should be aware that too many alcoholic drinks can cause “holiday heart”, characterized by an irregular rhythm. What’s worse, if you’re holidaying in a hot climate, that can also result in dehydration (脱水).Get activeTry a new activity. Consider walking and swimming or tennis. 20 . Remember that being active not only helps you stay fit during the holiday, but also makes you feel fitter and morerefreshed once you’re back.A．Ignore all the barriers in lifeB．Get rid of the digital addictionC．But there’s a physical reason for thisD．However, too much relaxation also has opposite effectsE．Part of the fun of going away is experiencing the cuisine of other placesF．On departure day, leave more time than you need to get to an airport or portG．If you’re somewhere hot, it’s best to work out in the early morning or evening二、完形填空Kristin Schell is the founder of the Turquoise Table Movement.A decade ago, Kristin Schell with her family 21 to a new home in Austin, Texas. She 22 to communicate with her new neighbors.One day, Kristin needed some backyard furniture for a party so she bought a few picnic tables from a store. One table was laid in her front yard 23 . After the party, she painted the table turquoise—her favorite 24 —and just left it in the front yard.Unexpectedly, that turquoise table became the 25 where people had social contact. Neighbors began to stop by to 26 themselves and sit down for a chat. Kristin 27 people to join her at the table for coffee or iced tea. Construction workers on jobs in the 28 took their lunch breaks at the table. Then the neighbors followed Kristin’s suit-they chose to put a picnic table in their front yard too. A movement was born.Some people often 29 to invite others into their homes. They think their house is too small and 30 or they don’t have enough time. Kristin’s turquoise table away the excuses and the 31 . With the lovely table, all she has to do is 32 . Kristin believes that the table enables her to take a small step toward building 33 relationships in her community.Nowadays, thousands of such 34 exist in all 50 states in the US and in 13 countries around the world. Not all of them are 35 turquoise. No matter what color it is, it’s a friendships table.21．A．cycled B．returned C．moved D．traveled 22．A．desired B．managed C．chose D．agreed23．A．in advance B．by mistake C．in time D．on purpose 24．A．product B．choice C．type D．color 25．A．trap B．store C．place D．target 26．A．defend B．prepare C．impress D．introduce 27．A．allowed B．invited C．advised D．forced 28．A．company B．country C．city D．neighborhood 29．A．hesitate B．pretend C．refuse D．offer 30．A．distant B．quiet C．untidy D．unique 31．A．secrets B．pressure C．results D．comfort 32．A．show up B．dress up C．ring up D．cheer up 33．A．normal B．interesting C．harmonious D．complex 34．A．ideas B．situations C．communities D．tables 35．A．actually B．immediately C．specially D．obviously三、语法填空读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

2022-2023学年黑龙江省哈尔滨师范大学附属中学高一下学期4月月考英语试题Do you want a part-time job to earn some extra money? Check out the list and find one that suits your fancy.TECHNICAL SUPPORTIt seems almost everyone has a friend who is a technical genius. Such people earn money using their talent. If you are one of them, you could be responsible for technical support in your college or university and get your part-time job. You can enjoy the process of earning money while doing your favorite thing.TUTORA lot of students hire a tutor to help them in high school or college. If you are good at some subjects, why not work as a peer tutor? You help your friends and earn money at the same time. If you know foreign languages, you can make more money. All you need to do is to make an appropriate advertisement of your services using college newspapers. One of the best things about being a tutor is that you can set your hours.FITNESS INSTRUCTORIf your college or university has a fitness center and if you are a sporty person, go and sign up to get this job. You will have an absolute free opportunity to engage yourself in sports. You need to be a good psychologist, because you are going to work with people and it’ll be your job to persuade and motivate them to become sporty, healthy and strong. Being a fitness instructor is a perfect position for those who love to help other people and want to make more friends.OFFICE WORKERNowadays many companies cooperate with college students giving them part-time jobs. Some of the major job duties of an office worker are answering calls and scheduling appointments. If you are interested in doing this job, contact the representatives of different companies to find out if they’re currently hiring anyone.1. If you want to have a flexible schedule while earning some money, which of the following suits you most?A．Tutor. B．Technical support.C．Fitness instructor. D．Office worker.2. Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage?A．The four kinds of part-time jobs are intended for college students.B．If you work as a fitness instructor, you should be sporty and sociable.C．As a part-time office worker, you are responsible for answering emails.D．If you are good at foreign languages, you are able to earn more as a tutor.3. How can one get a job as a part-time office worker?A．Through an online interview.B．By submitting the application.C．By advertising on the newspaper.D．By contacting the representative of the company.A 63-year-old Chinese carpenter’s traditional skills have become an unexpected Internet hit as he creates woodwork with a single piece of wood, without glue, screws or nails. Wang De wen, known as “Grandpa Amu” on YouTube, has been praised as the modern day Lu Ban, a well-known Chinese structural engineer during the Zhou Dynasty, thanks to his rich carpentry(木工手艺) knowledge. Grandpa Amu’s most popular video, which shows him making a delicate wooden arch bridge, has gone viral on YouTube, gaining mo re than 40 million views. “If you do something, you have to love it, and you have to be interested in it; however, being interested doesn’t mean there’s only happiness and no pain.” Grandpa Amu shared when talking about his excellent carpentry skills.His most popular works include a folding stool, a model of the China pavilion from the 2010 Shanghai Expo, and an apple-shaped interlocking puzzle, known as a Lu Ban lock. Grandpa Amu follows an ancient Chinese mortise and tenon(榫卯) technique, which means no nails or glue are involved in the entire process of building the arch bridge.The master carpenter has also made several wooden toys for his grandson using the same technique. His young grandson’s favorites include a walking Peppa Pig and a bubble blowing m achine. Attracting over 1.17 million fans on YouTube, Grandpa Amu’s videos so far have gained more than 200 million views.His wonderful woodworking skills, using the same mortise and tenon joints found in the Forbidden City, were developed from the age of thirteen as a way of supporting his family in East China’s Shandong Province. “The grandson is so happy, as there have been so many fine and unique toys made by grandpa from an early age,” commented one netizen; while another said “It’s amazing. I hope th ese traditional crafts can be passed on!”4. Why is Grandpa Amu regarded as the modern day Lu Ban?A．For his simple words. B．For his popular videos.C．For his carpentry skills. D．For his excellent arch bridge.5. What do Grandpa Amu’s remarks mean in Par agraph 2?A．Theory is from pracitce. B．Success depends on love.C．Excellent skills lie in hard work. D．Happiness comes from interest.6. What is the unique feature of Grandpa Amu’s craft works?A．No nails or glue. B．Delicate design.C．The apple shape. D．The wooden material.7. What message does this text mainly convey?A．Being popular means more fans. B．Perfect skills earn more money.C．Supporting family needs more skills. D．Traditional crafts deserve passing on. “Regrets, I’ve had a few. But then again, too few to mention,” Frank Sinatra chanted in his 1969 hit “My Way”. The song’s idea is attractive: that anyone can just declare what’s done is done and move on. Some take the declaration a step further and claim they have no regrets at all. Whether a boast or an actual attitude, “no regrets” suggests that life can and should be lived without looking through the rear-view mirror.Easier said than done, though. In 2020, author Daniel H. Pink launched the World Regret Survey, the largest ever survey on the topic. With his research team, Pink asked more than 15,000 people in 105 countries, “How often do you look back on your life and wish you had done things differently?” 82% said regret is at least an occasional part of their life; roughly 21% said they feel regret “all the time.” Only 1% said they never feel regret.If you are of the “no regrets” type, you might think that all this regret is a recipe for unhappiness. But that isn’t the case. True, being overwhelmed(不知所措) by regret is indeed bad for you. But going to the other extreme may be even worse. To rid yourself of regrets doesn’t free you from shame or sorrow; it leads you to make the same mistakes again and again. To truly get over our guilt requires that we put regret in its proper place.As uncomfortable as it is, regret is an amazing cognitive(认知的)achievement. If today your relationship with your partner has worsened, your regret might mentally take you back to last year. You would remember your being mean and sensitive, and then imagine yourself showing more patience, being kind instead of hurtful at key moments. Then you would fast-forward to today and see how your relationship could be progressing instead of languishing.But regret doesn’t have to be left unmanaged. The trick is to acknowledg e it and use it for learning and improvement. You can be honest with yourself about what went wrong and use that knowledge to enjoy better relationships in the future.8. What should we do if we have had a bitter quarrel with a close friend according to Frank Sinatra?A．Attract more people to your argument.B．Send him/her a letter of apology.C．Boast about being more reasonable.D．Forget about it and just let it go.9. Which of the following statements about “regret” may the writer agree with?A．We can do nothing about regret.B．Unhappiness results from regret.C．Ignoring regrets is missing the opportunity to improve.D．Ridding yourself of regrets helps free you from sorrow.10. What does the underlined word “languishing” in paragraph 4 most probably mean?A．Improving. B．Maintaining.C．Showing up. D．Breaking up.11. What might be a suitable title for the text?A．Regret to become smarter—if you let it.B．Long for a different past? Regret it!C．Regret? Not my way!D．Stay away! Regret will heal itself.Should humans explore space? If you ask me, I’ll definitely give a positive answer.The space exploration has a direct impact on the lives of humans, as well as the state of our world. Satellites moving around the earth enable communication across the world, connecting people of different continents and broadcasting information worldwide. The Global Positioning System(GPS) can identify our location anywhere. Furthermore, weather satellites can forecast harmful weather conditions, which allows humans to prepare for deadly natural disasters and save lives.Space programs can also indirectly lead to the solution to poverty and world hunger. For example, large plots of land could be used far better if humans applied technologies. The most effective tool is the artificial earth satellite. It can screen areas of land within a very short time, indicating useful measures, such as the condition of crops, soil, rainfall, and droughts. It can then transmit this information to ground stations on the earth for better use.In recent years, space-based technologies have become an important factor to reach and expand global health objectives. Information provided by remote technologies can be applied to study the epidemiology. This data provided by space technologies can monitor disease patterns, understand the environmental causes that spread it, make predictions about where it can spread in the future, and make plans to fight it efficiently.Furthermore, space exploration is something we can do for future generations. Mankind is using the resources provided on the planet, but these will run out one day. Overpopulation can be an existential threat for all mankind. With the advancement of space technology, it will be wise to use and explore the vast potential of other planets, such as the availability of mining resources on asteroids or other planets.For the exploration of the universe, perhaps the most advantageous of all is that it will unite us to work together for a common purpose, regardless of our differences.12. What can space exploration do according to Paragraph 2?A．Improve the traffic on the earth. B．Help humans communicate and spreadinformation.C．Help prevent deadly natural disasters. D．Promote travel between countries.13. How can space programs help solve poverty and world hunger?A．By benefiting crop production with artificial earth satellites.B．By transporting food worldwide more easily.C．By creating job opportunities for the poor.D．By protecting available land resources.14. What does the writer think of mining resources on other planets?A．Time-wasting. B．Arguable. C．Unnecessary. D．Rewarding. 15. What is the text?A．An advertisement. B．An argumentative essay.C．A speech. D．A news report.According to a study done by University of Michigan researchers, shopping to relieve stress was up to 40 times more effective at giving people a sense of control and shoppers were three times less sad compared to those that only looked around for items.More than half of the 1,000 respondents said they have impulsively shopped to deal with feelings of stress, anxiety or depression. 16 In fact, shopping to reduce stress can actually help you live a healthier life by making sure that your blood pressure is lowered. Shopping to relieve stress is also called retail therapy as a form of regulating stress. 17 For many, what starts out as a relatively harmless mood booster could possibly grow into a forced reaction that empties wallets and causes conflict, thus adding a significant amount of stress to a p erson’s life.In order not to be overwhelmed by retail therapy, you might refer to the following tips.. 18Whether you’re purchasing Christmas presents or buying groceries, having the items you need written down will provide you with clarity and order wh ile you’re shopping. Reward yourself for sticking to your list and you’ll be more likely to commit to it: buy a cup of coffee while shopping or plan a. fun activity for when you return home.·Think about what you struggle with most financially.Do you spend too much money at the mall? Eating out? Vacations? 19 For example, if you spend too much money on dining out on the weekends, stock your cupboard with groceries on Friday so you’ll be more likely to stay in and cook.·Give up the need to keep up with your neighbors, co-workers, and friends.Everyone’s financial situation is different and it’s dependent upon a variety of factors, least of all being one’s self worth. 20 Appreciate what you currently have by practicing gratitude.Since young, Aisha Ismail has said she let labels (标签) define what she could be. “I was a bl ack girl, from a refugee (难民) family,” Aisha said. “It seemed_______I was only allowed to_______in this predetermined box.”After a high school chemistry class_______her to think about a career in science and gave her confidence in the field, Aisha learned to live outside_______and began making big plans for her future. Now she is about to begin her freshman year at the University of California, planning to become a professor.Born and_______in San Diego’s City Heights neighbourhood, Aisha is the daughter of a Somali refugee couple._______some might say Aisha’s success happened in spite of her background, she would say differently that her experiences shaped her and inspired her to be a(n)_______, promising undergraduate that she is today.When Aisha was eight years old, her mother got a job by studying hard back in school in orderto_______the whole family. That made Aisha realize that education could make a_______to one’s life.“I always want to be the________girl for my family,” Aisha said. “In my opin ion, you have to not even do your best but two times better than everyone else. Thus I always try my hardest.”Aisha’s efforts________. The summer before her senior year of high school, she was________to the American Chemical Society Project SEED Programm e. “She brought both enthusiasm and focus,” Botham, a researcher at this research institute, recalled. “She arrived every day ready to work, ready to learn and ready to rise to new challenges________whether or not she had done anything similar. That was wh y she was selected.”When asked what advice she would give to others like her, Aisha warned them not to underestimate themselves. “Don’t tell yourself that the scholarship is too________or this programme is too competitive or I’ll never get into this school,” she said. “I was not sure whether I could make it untilI started seeing the admission letters________in.”21.A．as if B．even if C．as soon as D．as long as22.A．cycle B．explore C．sleep D．establish23.A．warned B．ordered C．inspired D．asked24.A．subjects B．life C．jobs D．labels25.A．raised B．worked C．observed D．recovered26.A．Because B．While C．Once D．Whether27.A．affected B．famous C．enthusiastic D．fearful28.A．abandon B．blame C．move D．support29.A．fortune B．difference C．shadow D．shelter30.A．richest B．favorite C．perfect D．luckiest31.A．made sense B．died down C．came to nothing D．paid off32.A．admitted B．devoted C．close D．equal33.B．in addition to C．instead of D．regardless of A．by comparisonwith34.A．easy B．small C．far D．unnecessary 35.A．joining B．flooding C．handing D．breaking36. 【2011江苏卷,34】——I left my handbag on the train, but luckily someone gave it to a railway official.——How unbelievable to get it back! I mean, someone ______ it.A．will have stolen B．might have stolenC．should have stolen D．must have stolen37. Drunk driving, causing great damage ________ a high rate in traffic accident, is a major concern, ________ we each should pay special attention to.A．in; that B．in; which C．at; one D．at; that38. When on holidays, the railways put on trains to make people’s travel more convenient.A．regularB．specialC．particularD．unusual39. Someone called me up in the middle of the night, but he hung up ________I could answer the phone.A．unless B．until C．before D．since40. The signing of this agreement will ease the international________, which might bring an end to conflicts between countries.A．tension B．regulation C．process D．affection41. He hurried to the airport, _________ the plane _________.A．to find; had taken on B．only to find; had taken offC．only finding; had left D．found; had taken up42. Most West European countries have ______ the concept of high-speed rail networks with enthusiasm.A．embraced B．shaped C．assured D．indicated43. We are having a meeting in half an hour. The decision _____ at the meeting will influence the future of our company.A．being made B．made C．having beenD．to be mademade44. Some changes have come about in the past two years and our living conditions have ________ become better.A．no more B．more than C．more or less D．more and more 45. On the desk ________ a Chinese brush ________ he had made drawing.A．lay; with which B．lied; by whichC．laid; with which D．lay; by which46. ---Dad, brother is playing football in the study.---Let it be. A boy like him __________ be naughty(调皮的).A．shall B．may C．can D．will47. The passenger’s ________ of the accident was completely different from what the driver stated.A．version B．origin C．trend D．reality48. People try to avoid transportation delays by using their own cars, and this creates further problem.A．in return B．in caseC．in doubt D．in turn49. The humor didn’t amuse the audience in that the performer couldn’t ______ its real meaning.A．turn out B．bring up C．take up D．get across50. ________ in thought, he sat at the edge of the bed with his eyes ________ on the letter in his hand.A．Lost; fixed B．losing; fixing C．Lost; fixing D．Losing; fixed51. It’s just not worth risking his life to escape ________ (punish).(所给词的适当形式填空)52. To the Egyptians, green was a color ________ (represent) the hope and joy of spring. (所给词的适当形式填空)53. Now Irene Astbury works from 9 am to 5 pm daily at the pet shop in London, _________ she opened with her late husband Les.(用适当的词填空)54. They loaded themselves with food, medical supplies, and oxygen_________(equip). (所给词的适当形式填空)55. The difficulty lies in the fact___________ we are short of money. （用适当的词填空）56. His speech won the__________(applaud)of the audience. （所给词的适当形式填空）57. ______ a certain extent, we all remember the good times and forget the bad.（用适当的词填空）58. We are taking a________ (globe) view of our business. (所给词的适当形式填空)59. Not having made full___________（prepare）, we decided to put off the meeting till next week. （所给词的适当形式填空）60. All the people, men and women, young and old, were fighting against the flood in_________(defend) of their own homes. (所给词的适当形式填空)阅读下列短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词，或括号内单词的正确形式。

辽宁省重点高中沈阳市郊联体2023—2024学年度下学期考试高一年级4月试题英语（答案在最后）考试时间：120分钟试卷总分：150分注意事项：1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。

2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。

如需改动，用橡皮擦于净后，再选涂其他答案标号。

回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。

第一部分听力(共两节，满分30分)第一节(共5小题，每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1.What does the man advise the woman to do?A.Be relaxedB.Practice harder.C.Behave herself.2.When will the train arrive?A.At10:30am.B.At10:40am.C.At10:50am.3.What is the speakers’common interest?A.Reading books.B.Seeing movies.C.Doing sports4.What are the speakers mainly talking about?A.The weather.B.Plans for the weekend.C.Benefits of going to the mountains.5.Where are the speakers?A.In a carB.In a theatre.C.At home.第二节(共15小题，每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。

每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

2022-2023学年辽宁省东北师范大学连山实验高中高一下学期4月月考考试英语试题Can you regain the thrill of reading that you experienced as a child? Time to dust off some of the best childhood classics ever written.Heidi by Johanna SpyriThis is the story of five-year-old Heidi, an orphan(孤儿)who is sent to live with her rough grandfather in the Swiss Alps and charms everyone she meets with her sunny personality-from the scary grandfather to Peter the shepherd, his blind grandmother and, in fact, the goats.What Katy Did by Susan CoolidgeIt tells the story of rebellious(叛逆的)Katy Carr and her violent brothers and sisters running relatively wild, despite the best efforts of their father and long-suffering aunt. There are a lot of life lessons provided in these pages but it’s never high-handed, always gentle and quietly inspiring.The Story of Holly and Ivy by Rumer GoddenThis story is about magic, Christmas and the power of making wishes. The series of events that bring Holl y and Ivy together wouldn’t stand up in real life for a nano-second, but the story is so movingly told that every time you read it, your faith is restored in the wonder of Christmas, a time when dreams come true and wonders can happen.The Flight of the Doves by Walter MackenIt presents the fast, crazy and hair-raising journey of orphaned brothers and sisters Finn and Derval Dove, on the run across England to escape the control of their evil stepfather and reach their beloved Irish granny in the west of Ireland.1. Which of the following best describes What Katy Did?A．Horrifying. B．Motivating. C．Reasonable D．Simple.2. What book is The Story of Holly and Ivy?A．A fantasy literature. B．A historicalrecord.C．A fairy talecollection.D．A familyeducation book.3. What do Heidi and The Flight of the Doves have in common?A．The stories happen in Britain. B．They have good endings.C．They belong to adventurous stories. D．The characters have no relatives.Since February, Liu Cuilian, 65, has recorded herself learning and practicing surfskating, a type of skating performed on a board.Liu’s videos shared on social media platforms have attracted hundreds of thousands of views, earning her a loyal following eager to see her surfskating in parks in Chengdu. She said, “I love the feeling of moving in the wind. I have lots of friends, both young and old. We practice surfskatingtogether, and I am full of energy. It feels really beautiful.” This summer, the sport gained popularity in China, with a rising number of people from different age groups taking it up.Liu became interested in the activity early this year after she visited a shop selling surfskate boards in Chengdu. She was impressed by the colorful designs of the boards, but asked herself if surfskating was for seniors. “I saw some young people surfskating, and I was eager to give it a try,” said Liu. When she was younger, she took part in a range of activities, including table tennis, badminton, shuttlecock kicking and rope skipping.Encouraged by her son, Liu spent 1,650 yuan ($230) on her first board, and started practicing by observing and learning from other surfskaters. She began filming short videos of her progress, which she posted on social media.“I overcame my fear and have made progress every day. Standing on the board makes me feel young again,” said Liu, who usually practices surfskating for one or two hours in a square near her home. During weekends, she surfskates for at least three hours in parks with friends. Liu’s son, who also loves sport, surfskates with her during weekends. His friends also encourage their parents to practice the sport, which helps them build an active social life.4. How does Liu Cuilian feel when surfskating in the park?A．Ashamed. B．Panicked. C．Energetic. D．Romantic.5. What does the third paragraph mainly focus on?A．What activities Liu are good at all her life.B．How Liu became interested in surfboarding.C．Liu’s impression of the shop selling surfskate boards.D．The factory where Liu once worked when she was young.6. What can we infer from the text?A．Surfskating is most popular among seniors. B．Surfskate boards are specially designed for Liu.C．Liu learns surfskating through watching videos. D．Liu’s family gave her much support in surfskating.7. In which part of a website can this text be seen?A．Lifestyle. B．Education. C．Health. D．Adventure. As we enjoy the summer ocean waves along the beaches, we may think about Steven Spielberg’s Jaws and the great fear that sharks inspire in us.Yet we are happy to see global efforts to protect the declining number of sharks. The world has realized that we need the species, like sharks, to keep a balanced ecosystem. Sharks, in particular, are “in” these days. Thanks to good public policy, killing sharks for fin soup is no longer cool.The demand for shark fins has been rising for decades, threatening sharks to die out, up to 100 million sharks are killed each year just for their fins. But we have started to reverse the trend, particularly in many areas of the United States and overseas where restaurants once proudly provided delicious shark fins on the menu.In California, a ban on the sale and possession of shark fin soup has gone into effect this year through the efforts of Wild Aid and other organizations. Overseas marketing and public efforts featuring posters on public transportation systems and TV ads have been underway for the past few years. These efforts all show signs of success, on both the supply side and the demand side of trade in shark fins.Actually, stopping the killing of sharks is part of a broader movement to stop the killing of wild 019V UDITIS animals and the buying and selling of wildlife products. These products come from hunting elephants, tigers and rhinos, besides killing marine life. Whether it is shark fin soup or ivory piano keys killing animals is big business. Thus, together with international partners, the United States is leading the worldwide effort to reduce demand for high-end products that rely on killing animals.8. What’s the main reas on for killing sharks?A．Shark fins are in great need.B．Killing sharks is a great experience.C．Sharks always make people so afraid.D．Sharks break the balance of ecosystem.9. What does the underlined word “reverse” in Paragraph 3 mean?A．protect. B．maintain. C．increase. D．change.10. What might be a best way to stop killing animals according to the passage?A．Setting some larger areas aside for reserves.B．Transporting endangered animals to safe placesC．Stopping selling and purchasing animals products.D．Promoting the importance of animals in public media.11. What is the text mainly about?A．The profits coming from sharks.B．The real reason for sharks’ disappearance.C．The efforts to protect sharks.D．The impact of the declining number of sharks.In this modern age, most of us have forgotten to be patient and get angry very quickly over minor things like a traffic jam, a baby crying and such things. It often seems so easy to get what we want right away that when we have to wait even a little while, it seems like we are waiting for ages. We used to be happy to wait 10-15 minutes it took to reheat food in the oven (烤箱), but now we’re impatient when waiting two minutes it takes in the microwave.With the convenience provided by modern society, is patience still a virtue (美德) in the fast-paced world? To begin with, I’d like to share the meaning of the word “patience”. Generally it means being able to tolerate delay without getting impatient. However, it isn’t necessarily a passive activity. It takes an active commitment, knowing when to take action and when not to.So I would argue that patience is still — and always — a virtue. Sure. I used to be one of those who often stared at the microwave for the full two minutes it took to heat my food. And in the end, the food tasted bad. If l had had the patience to heat the food properly in the oven, I would have enjoyed a delicious meal.Actually the benefits of patience go beyond just heating up our food. Patience is an exercise in self-control which shows that we can handle life problems when things get tough, and that we can exercise good judgment. Lack of patience can cause us to make wrong decisions that negatively affect our health and happiness, waste our time, put us under a lot of stress and affect our relationships in a very negative way.Everything in life happens for a reason. Sometimes we face an obstacle (障碍) because we need to grow in ways we didn’t realize. It’s not always obvious when that was happening, but with patience we will soon see clearly why it happened; and what we were meant to learn from it.Taking time to think about our actions and being patient are a small price to pay when we determine the best possible solution to any problems.12. The author uses the example of reheating food to show that .A．people have no time to enjoy the meal B．high technology brings more benefitsC．more people lack patience now D．the fast-paced life makes people stressed13. What could be inferred from Paragraph 4?A．People under stress tend to get angry.B．Patient people are more likely to make better decisions.C．People with self-control are easier to succeed.D．Patient people are unlikely to make mistakes.14. What does the author intend to tell us in Paragraph 5?A．A wise man learns from experience.B．A brave man is not afraid of challenges.C．A man should find out reasons for what happened.D．A man should be patient to deal with difficulties.15. What can be a suitable title for the text?A．The causes of impatience. B．Ways to exercise patience.C．Is patience really a virtue? D．What does “patience” mean?Learning a language doesn’t happen in a day. 16 To get to the point when you can communicate with native speakers, you should pay attention to the following top tips given by successful language learners.•Study a little bit every day but efficientlyWhen you organize to learn a lot of vocabulary or study several grammar patterns that are pretty challenging, your mind can’t take all of them simultaneously (同时地). Therefore, it is better to start with little steps and learn a little bit every day. It is often more efficient to learn 10 new words every day instead of learning 100 new words in a day. 17•Don’t be afraid of making mistakesNo one likes making mistakes. It affects your confidence and you are embarrassed (尴尬的) especially if there are more people around you. But when you learn a foreign language, making mistakes is something quite normal and expected. If you make mistakes, it isn’t the end of the world. Try to learn from your mistakes. 18 Look at them as a learning tool that helps you never make those mistakes again.• Track Your ProgressChecking weekly or monthly progress against your language goals is highly-recommended. You might track the sentence structures learned, the phrases memorized, or the lectures followed. Being aware of your progress can help you see how much your efforts pay off. 19 This strategy will keep you motivated (受到激励的) to continue learning.20 You, just like them, one day can be proud of yourself and your achievements in language learning.A few years ago, I went through a period of depression. It was so serious that life didn’t seem worth _______. It was like long winter, so cold that the sun would never _______.Then I saw snowdrops (雪花莲) pushing through the freezing, hard _______. I looked at them every day until I felt that if they could come back to life, then so could _______.Those green plants gave me _______ in a way that nothing else had.As spring came, I started to put in more and more plants, until the garden was brilliant with _______.I could spend hours _______ to gardening. Life was growing through my hands: gentle, peaceful, but, above all, _______. If I gave love, it was_______, a hundred times.The form of depressive illness I have is biological. It has__________ generations of my family and follows no rules nor reason. I can be __________ when the sun is shining or when I am with loving friends. Of course, fresh air and exercise help to__________ the depression, but for me ________ is more than that. It __________ strength as well as hope. I often stands in the garden before a tall tree, huge and strong. It lives through freezing temperatures and strong winds. It ________ but never breaks. And so I learn that we may be battled and injured, but we should never give up.21.A．making B．living C．wasting D．losing22.A．set B．break C．shine D．explode23.A．snow B．wood C．ground D．water24.A．I B．mine C．winter D．spring25.A．boredom B．love C．money D．hope26.A．light B．water C．diamond D．color27.A．attracted B．admitted C．addicted D．attacked28.A．positive B．negative C．lovely D．delicate29.A．replied B．returned C．repeated D．repaired30.A．affected B．adjusted C．adapted D．damaged31.A．content B．depressed C．delighted D．disappointed32.A．replace B．cure C．treat D．reduce33.A．exercise B．relaxation C．planting D．gardening34.A．represent B．means C．possesses D．involve35.A．bends B．dries C．falls D．grows36. I sincerely express my __________(congratulate) on your graduating from Tsinghua University. (所给词的适当形式填空)37. The exhibition hall __________(decorate) with many paintings showed us the fetive atmosphere. (所给词的适当形式填空)38. In recent years some Inuit people in Nunavut have reported increases in bear sightings around human settlements, leading to a _______(beleive) that populations are higher than they actually are. (所给词的适当形式填空)39. He made it __________(absolute) clear that he showed gratitude to everyone for their hard work. (所给词的适当形式填空)40. As we all know, this play has been skillfully adapted from the __________ (origin) novel.（用单词的适当形式完成句子）41. Today’s festivals have many origins, some___________(religion), some seasonal, some in memory of ancestors, and some for special people or events. (所给词的适当形式填空)42. Though the first suggestion __________(reject) by his boss, Tom still worked hard and came up with a better one finally. (所给词的适当形式填空)43. In addition, the more you work out, the___________(energy) you will become. (所给词的适当形式填空)44. Dorothy was always speaking highly of her role in the play, __________of course, made the others unhappy. (用适当的词填空)45. During the summer holiday, we paid a visit to __________ once was our primary school. (用适当的词填空)46. He has a number of interests, _________ (range) from playing chess to swimming. (所给词的适当形式填空)47. Much to their delight, their new project __________ (approve) at the conference, the excited scholars decided to hays a barbecue to celebrate the fantastic moment. (所给词的适当形式填空)48. When exposed to danger and conflict, men tend to increase blood pressure, __________(feel) nervous and anxious. (所给词的适当形式填空)49. __________(expose) to a foreign language as much as you can is considered the best way to learn it well. (所给词的适当形式填空)50. Sue made up her mind to devote all she had __________(improve) her spoken English before studying abroad. (所给词的适当形式填空)51. 近日，我校开展了“学雷锋做好事”( Learning form Lei Feng Activities)活动。

2022-2023学年吉林省长春市农安高级中学高一（下）月考英语试卷（4月份）第一部分：听力，第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍.1．（1.5分）Why did the woman apologize？A.She made a late delivery.B.She went to the wrong place.C.She could not take the cake back.2．（1.5分）What does the woman need from the doctor's office？A.A form.B.Some medicine.C.An insurance card.3．（1.5分）What is the weather generally like in May？A.Cooler and rainier.B.Cooler and less rainy.C.Warmer and rainier.4．（1.5分）What can we infer from the dialogue？A.They are probably lost.B.They are probably caught in a traffic jam.C.The woman is driving the car.5．（1.5分）What do we know about the man？A.He is being interviewed by the woman.B.He is being questioned in a police station.C.He has no certificates at all.第二节，听下面5段对话或独白。

永春一中2023—2024学年下学期高一年英语科考试试卷考试时间120分钟试卷总分150分第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）1．What happened to the woman’s money?A．She lost it. B．She lent it. C．She spent it.2．What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A．Customer and clerk. B．Boss and employee. C．Reporter and interviewee.3．What does Mr. Smith advise the woman to do?A．Come to his lecture. B．Check the result online. C．Connect with him by email.4．How much will the man pay?A．$45．B．$50．C．$55．5．When will the woman begin to check into the airport?A．At 1:00 pm. B．At 1:40 pm. C．At 3:40 pm.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听第6段材料，回答第6至7题。

6．Where does the conversation probably take place?A．In a shop. B．In a hotel. C．At the airport.7．How did the man pay the fare?A．By check. B．In cash. C．By credit card.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。

8．What’s the conversation mainly about?A．Improving a relationship.B．Preparing for an interview.C．Making an appointment.9．What will Dr. Smith do next Thursday?A．Do some research. B．Have a meeting. C．Attend to patients.10．When will the woman see Dr. Smith?A．This Tuesday afternoon. B．Next Thursday morning. C．Next Friday morning.听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。

河北省石家庄市第三十八中学、润文高级中学2023-2024学年高一年级下学期4月月考英语试卷一、听力选择题1．What does the woman want her son to do?A．Wash clothes.B．Move the desk.C．Paint the wall.2．How much does the woman need to pay?A．$30.B．$48.C．$60.3．Who will the man meet at the airport?A．Sally.B．The woman`s brother.C．His brother.4．How did the man go home last night?A．On foot.B．By taxi.C．By car.5．Where does the conversation probably take place?A．At home.B．In the gym.C．In a shop.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

6．What is the man’s excuse for being late this morning?A．He was in a traffic jam.B．He was stopped by the police.C．The underground was out of service.7．What’s the probable relationship between the speakers?A．Husband and wife.B．Hostess and guest.C．Employer and employee.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

8．What is Jean doing?A．Writing an ad.B．Repairing her computer.C．Playing computer games.9．What does the man want to sell?A．A computer.B．An old skateboard C．His mobile phone.听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

厦门双十中学2023-2024学年高一下学期第一次月考英语试卷2024-04-08 第一部分听力（共两节，满分20分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上，录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。

第一节（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分）听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1. What are the speakers talking about?A. A party.B. A gift.C. A trip.2. What is the man considering doing?A. Joining a research team.B. Starting his own business.C. Attending more interviews.3. Where are the speakers?A. In a library.B. In a store.C. In a bank.4. Why is the man talking to the woman?A. To fix the door.B. To place an ad.C. To see a flat.5. What would the woman's grandma like to do?A. Leave her hometown.B. Visit her children often.C. Live in her own home.第二节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）听下面5段对话或独白。

每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。

每段对话或独白读两遍。

2022-2023学年广州市玉岩中学高一下学期4月月考英语试题1. While tea may have originated in Asia, now there are many countries all around the world that have tea woven into their food culture and traditions. This is one of the very special parts of tea as it has a way of connecting people all over the world in different ways and ceremonies that finally all results in a group of people sitting together and enjoying a cup of tea.Chinese tea cultureSince China is viewed as the birthplace of tea, it is no wonder that Chinese tea culture is rich with history and tradition. Today, Chinese tea continues to be used in Chinese medicine and is commonly consumed on both casual and formal occasions both for personal enjoyment and to represent Chinese cultural traditions.Japanese tea cultureJapan also has a long history with tea, especially Japanese Matcha, which is a kind of ground green tea that is commonly used in Japanese tea ceremonies and only in recent years became popular in western culture.British tea cultureWhen many people think about tea, British tea culture is what comes to mind. A hot cup of English Breakfast or Earl Grey tea serves with a little milk and a biscuit in the afternoon as a pick-me-up for the day. Even though tea may not be native to England, this British tea tradition is still going strong today.Moroccan tea cultureWhen you visit Morocco, it is hard to miss the outstanding tea culture that is such a large part of Moroccan hospitality. Before any gathering, negotiation, or sale of a product, a pot of mint tea isalways prepared and served among the host and guests. This is an expression of Moroccan tradition and hospitality, which should always be accepted by guests as a sign of appreciation and respect to the host.1. Why can tea find its way into various food cultures?A．It originates in Asia. B．It forms different ceremonies.C．It gets people connected easily. D．It allows people to sit together.2. What do Chinese and Japanese tea cultures have in common according to the text?A．They have a long history. B．They are used in medicine.C．They are famous for ground green tea. D．They’ve long gained worldwiderecognition.3. Why are the Brits keen on tea in the afternoon?A．To get new energy. B．To bring out respect.C．To show hospitality. D．To observe a tradition.4. In which country may a cup of mint tea be served before negotiation?A．China. B．Japan. C．Britain. D．Morocco.5. In which column on social media may the text appear?A．Healthy You. B．Social Insight. C．Cultural Corner. D．Itchy FeetTravel.2. Since Kelsea Ballerini appeared on the Nashville scene in 2015, she’s been known for her cheerful songs and energetic personality. “I’ve always presented myself as a very happy-go-lucky person,” she says “but there’s more.” Indeed, in her new poetry book Feel Your Way Through, the “Half of My Hometown” singer, 28 shows how she found strength after a difficult youth.In her teen years Ballerini struggled with bulimia. “My Parents h ad just gotten divorced, and I think for me it was a source of control.” she says of her eating disorder. After passing out several times, she finally sought help at 18. “It’s a journey, and it’s never-ending.” Life in the spotlight can sometimes worsen her body-image issues, but she’s learned how to deal with them. Today she’s in a much healthier spot, and she is much more gentle with how she talks to herself.Ballerini faced perhaps her biggest emotional challenge during her second year in high school, when she watched a friend die in a school shooting in her native Knoxville, Tenn. “There’s a moment in everyone’s life when something happens and you go, Life is short’, and that was mine,” Ballerini says, adding that she still suffers PTSD (创伤后应激障碍) from th e terrible event. “Fortunately, everyone close to me knows about it, and they help me.”One of Ballerini’s biggest supporters is her husband, fellow singer Morgan Evans, 36. Because of her parents’ divorce, she says, “I made up my mind that I was never going to get married.” But with Evans, she adds, “I have a healthier idea of marriage. I don’t see it as a fairy tale. It’s work, but it’s worth it.”1. Why is Ballerini popular?A．Because she has a sweet voice.B．Because she always has good luck.C．Because her experiences are moving.D．Because her songs always cheer people up.2. What does the underlined word “bulimia” mean in Paragraph 2?A．Her difficult youth. B．Her parents’divorce.C．Her eatingdisorder.D．Her mentalchallenge.3. What can we infer about Ballerini from Paragraph 3?A．She shot her friend dead by accident. B．She has forgotten the school shooting.C．She was saved by her friends on the spot. D．She got emotional problems after theevent.4. What can we learn from Ballerini’s life experi ence?A．Every dog has his day. B．Bad times make you strong.C．Failure is the mother of success. D．Nothing is difficult to a willing heart.5. Where can the text be found?A．In a research paper. B．In a biographicalbook.C．In a sciencemagazineD．In a musicmagazine.3. Sweetest Day is always the third Saturday in October. This holiday is much more important in some regions than in others (Detroit, Cleveland and Buffalo being the biggest Sweetest Day cities). It is a holiday that is gaining in popularity every year throughout the country.Sweetest Day is celebrated on the third Saturday in October as a day to make someone happy. It is an occasion which offers all of us an opportunity to remember not only the sick, aged and orphaned but also friends relatives and associates whose helpfulness and kindness we have enjoyed.Over 60 years ago, a Cleveland man, believing that the city’s orphans and shut-ins (卧病在床的人) too often felt forgotten and ignored, formed the idea of showing them that they were remembered. He did this through handing out small gifts. With the help of his friends and neighbors, he distributed these small remembrances on a Saturday in October. During the years that followed other Clevelanders began to participate in the celebration ceremony, which came to be called “Sweetest Day”. In time, the Sweetest Day idea of spreading cheer to the underprivileged (弱势群体) was broadened to include everyone, and became an occasion for remembering others with a kind act or a small remembrance. And soon the idea spread to other cities all over the country.Sweetest Day is not based on any single group’s religious belief or on a family relationship. It is a reminder that a thoughtful word or deed enriches life and gives it meaning. Because for many peopleremembering takes the form of gift-giving, Sweetest Day offers us the opportunity to show others that we care, in a practical way.1. Which of the following is TRUE according to the first paragraph?A．More and more people are now celebrating Sweetest Day in the whole country.B．Sweetest Day is a holiday which always falls on the second Saturday in October.C．Sweetest Day is much more important in big cities than in small cities.D．Only a few religions have the tradition to celebrate the holiday.2. The idea of creating Sweetest Day came from ______.A．the city’s orphans and shut-ins B．a city named Cleveland 60 years ago C．a man who cared orphans and shut-ins D．a man’s friends relatives and associates 3. Sweetest Day is celebrated in the following ways EXCEPT ______.A．a kind act B．a family party C．gift-giving D．a smallremembrance4. From the third paragraph we can learn that ______.A．it is the people in Cleveland who spread Sweetest Day to other citiesB．only with the help of the man’s friends and neighbor she got a small remembranceC．over 60 years ago, a man too often felt forgotten and neglectedD．all people loved to be remembered by others on Sweetest Day in Cleveland5. The best title for the passage is ______.A．A Cleveland Man B．The Biggest Sweetest DayC．The Opportunity to Show D．Sweetest Day4. Christmas Activities for Adults1 . So what should we do when we have all the time for ourselves without having to worry about work? You have to have fun! For starters, here are some fun Christmas activities that you are absolutely going to love.Organise a Charity ShowChristmas is about spreading joy and love, and it’s also about giving. We give our family presents on this day to show them happiness and love, don’t we? But have you ever wondered how the poor celebrate their Christmas? Does Santa leave gifts for them too? 2 Use all the activities to buy gifts and necessities for those less privileged (幸运的).Visit Orphanages (孤儿院) and Old Age HomesChristmas is an occasion for the entire family to come together and celebrate. More than celebration, we look forward to being near our close ones. 3 Form a group and spend an entire day with children or seniors at orphanages and old age homes. Play games, interact and give away goodies, especially to the children.Start a Donation DriveIf you have the time, organize a donation drive in your locality. A lot of people will want to donate clothes, accessories (配饰) and other necessary items. 4 This festive season, promise to give someone a smile.5 Plan these activities in time and have fun with your family and friends. Merry Christmas and may God bless you!5. In Europe, men do not usually wear skirts. But the Scottish national costume for men is a kind of skirt. It is called a kilt. The Scottish like to be ________. They are also proud of their country and its ________ and they feel that the kilt is part of that h istory. That’s why the men still wear kilts at old-style dances and on national holidays. They believe they are wearing the same clothes as Scottish men always used to wear.That’s what they believe. ________ kilts are not really so old. Before 1730, Scott ish men wore a long shirt and a ________ around their shoulders. These clothes got in the way when the men started to work in ________. So, in 1730 a factory owner changed the blanket into a skirt: the kilt. That’s how the first kilt was made.Then, in the late 1700s Scottish soldiers in the ________ Army began to wear kilts to be different from the English soldiers. The Scottish soldiers ________ very hard and became famous. The kilt was part of that fame, and in the early 1800s men all round Scotland ________ to wear kilts. These kilts had ________ stripes going up and down and across. In the 1700s and early 1800s, the colour of the stripes had no ________ meaning. But later the colours became important to the Scottish ________. Most families had special colours for their kilts. In fact, each family just chose the ________ they liked best.This is not the ________ you will hear today if you are in Scotland. Most Scottish people still believe that kilts are as ________ as Scotland and that the colours are also as old as the Scottish families. Sometimes feelings are stronger than ________!1.A．different B．similar C．important D．beautiful 2.A．clothes B．language C．kilt D．history3.A．Therefore B．However C．Certainly D．Obviously 4.A．cloth B．dress C．scarf D．blanket5.A．factories B．companies C．fields D．armies6.A．Scottish B．British C．European D．Irish7.A．studied B．worked C．fought D．quarreled 8.A．pretended B．refused C．began D．doubted 9.A．beautiful B．colourful C．simple D．bright10.A．important B．helpful C．special D．clear11.A．country B．people C．soldiers D．families 12.A．stripes B．kilts C．colours D．styles13.A．story B．history C．fact D．news14.A．important B．old C．famous D．different15.A．senses B．stories C．facts D．sayings6. 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。